ENTEBBE – Buyanja East County Member of Parliament, Hon. Dr Emely Kugonza, joined fellow legislators from across Africa for a Capacity Development Seminar for Members of Parliament from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region, hosted by CPA Uganda.
The seminar, taking place at Imperial Botanical Beach Hotel in Entebbe, was officially opened by the Speaker of Parliament, bringing together parliamentarians for discussions on strengthening legislative leadership and Africa’s development agenda.
The engagement is being held under the theme, “From Extraction to Transformation: Parliamentary Leadership in Securing Africa’s Resource Wealth for Sustainable Development.”
The theme places emphasis on the role of parliamentarians in ensuring that Africa’s natural resources translate into meaningful economic transformation, sustainable development and improved livelihoods for citizens.
Dr Kugonza, who represents Buyanja East County in Kibaale District, was among the legislators participating in the regional parliamentary engagement.
The seminar provides a platform for Members of Parliament to exchange experiences, share ideas and strengthen their understanding of how legislative institutions can contribute to the responsible management and utilisation of Africa’s natural resources.
Through the discussions, parliamentarians are expected to reflect on their oversight, representation and legislative responsibilities in ensuring that the continent’s resource wealth benefits its people.
The hosting of the regional seminar by CPA Uganda further positions Uganda as a meeting point for parliamentary engagement, cooperation and knowledge-sharing among legislators from across the CPA Africa Region.
